bart_pl

Hello.

Is everybody know how to unlock DVD/TV in motion via Star Diagnose? I have comand aps. Is it possible?

CLEK500

you CANNOT unlock it by using Star Diagnose. you have to go to the engineer mode of command sys to unlock it. and if you have EURO version, it's unlocked

bart_pl

I have euro version of comand, unfortunetly engineer mode is locked and secret code don`t work. What I should to do?

kurt333

Quick question what if it is the US version. I get nothing when trying the secret menu.

MJ50

dunno where in europe u r located but u can either have local dealership do it for you or visit Steve in Netherlands...

what r u trying to do in the secret menu?

robd003

What's the proper way to unlock a US Command system? I've got a 2004-2005 W211 and I'd love to unlock it!

MJ50

US spec doesn't have in-dash DVD, thus no VIM

robd003

How about switching the vehicle boot icon? (I'd prefer a Mercedes star to an embossed AMG thing) I've got MP3 support in the dash which is great, but I heard there were other features you could enable.

What exactly do I need to do to get into engineering mode? (also how can I confirm I'm using a firmware that will let me access engineering mode?)

Thanks!

MJ50

that u can....
STFF... there's big thread about those...

EJ Lewis

In Star DAS (Developer Mode)
Select car model
Select control units and then screw down the page
Select Audio, Video, Navigation und Telematik, hit F3
The system will pops out all kind of settings, ignore and press F2

New screen with ESD warning ->F3
Select COMAND /AUDIO -AUDIO 50 oder COMAND ->F3
Entwicklungsdaten ->F3
Control units (Steuergerate)->F3
Anpassungen ->F3
Steuergerate-Anpassungen (Variantencoderierung) ->F3
HU Parameter ->F3

Here are some options under HU Parameter menu
Change “Driving speed is more than 0 kph” to TV/DVD enable status
Change “Driving speed is more than 10 kph” to TV/DVD enable status
Hit F3 to confirm coding
Now you be able to watch DVD/TV when car is in motion.

torontoR231

You can get a simple do-it-yourself software solution from www.bimmerguru.com/supported_models . Scroll down the page for MB cars that are supported

EJ Lewis

how much should i pay for the service

torontoR231

What year/model is your MB?

beejAMG

i had an 03 W211 and it was a simple engineering menu thing to get VIM. 2mins and presto. no need for any updates or upgraded cd. provide more info of your car.

EJ Lewis

w211'05 (have done via Star diagnosis)and e63 AMG

NewShockerGuy

I had posted this on the AMG forum but no one could confirm. I'm glad I see this here.


I purchased a device that will enable VIM, but that was before I bought my C4 system shortly after. I am going to hard code it via Xentry and then end up selling the VIM/backup camera device since I won't need it.


So far loving this especially developer mode! I've done the Brake flash/Remaining fuel thus far.


-Nigel

NewShockerGuy

Welp I am trying to do this but don't have the option listed above:

After the ESD warning F3 menu I have the following:

Comand APS with DVD changer and Linguatronic - Telematics gateway
SOUND-Sound System
SDAR- Satellite Radio

UCI Media Interface

Tele Aid - Emergency Call, Stolen Vehicle tracking, MB Info.etc

Symptoms for the MOST control Unit
Control Unit Log Telematic
Overview images
Restart of optical Ring

I don't have what is mentioned above. I do have developer mode because I changed out the front headlights to activate LEDs via the stock headlight housings no problem.

Is this not an option for NTG2.5?


***********EDIT:This is ONLY for NTG1***********



Thanks,
-Nigel